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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1918
Page
28
Washington politicians urge Pershing for the presidency while he remains active in the war effort. The piece condemns premature political talk and argues war duties persist until peace treaties are signed and ratified. It warns against hampering the general with home front speculation and suggests the era of soldier presidents is not yet near.
The Sun finally admits Josephus Daniels is a very fine Secretary of the Navy and notes this admission as making honorable amends. The Ruston Post is skewered for misreading, while reaffirming no recanting of prior criticisms and readiness for future scrutiny if needed.
A small band of anti-Wilson suffrage dissidents vows a perpetual bonfire in front of the White House to burn printed reports of presidential speeches abroad. The piece questions city laws on public fires and urges early police action to prevent danger and restore order.
The Department of Justice should deport Germans and Austrians interned as dangerous enemy aliens immediately after the war. While not all were dangerous, the majority were. If they cannot appreciate life in a free country, they should return to Germany at once and be placed back with their own kind.
Ignace Paderewski, acclaimed pianist of this generation, has earned global distinction and now faces a broader field to apply his genius. In troubled Poland his refined leadership is called upon to harmonize opposing factions, with Paderewski already in Warsaw preparing to help.
The informal yet enthusiastic push backs Paderewski as the popular choice for the new Republic of Poland. He is already recognized as a steadfast sympathizer with world democracy and a worker in its cause, with no misstep expected in leading Poland.
The author questions if Senate refusers will dare reject postwar peace pacts agreed by Wilson and Allied leaders. He argues such votes affect all nations, not just Wilson, and warns against harming construction-led recovery. Boston expects spring activity as work resumes and a building boom nears.
A cablegram from the Boston Post editor in London warns that Ireland may be ignored at the Paris conference. It argues Ireland has a historic claim for fair treatment and that resolving the Irish question is essential for world peace and strong Anglo American relations, urging Mr John Bull to grant Ireland a square deal now.
Charles R. Crane of Chicago, who has visited Russia 22 times in 20 years and just returned from Siberia, says the Russia situation remains a puzzle and muddle. He notes outside reports are inaccurate and that no one can truly know conditions, warning allies must consider Russia in relation to German territorial robbery. He hopes for a definite public sentiment to emerge from the former Czars' land.
William B. Wilson, Secretary of Labor, urges a national resumption of building operations with billions planned for residences, corporate construction, roads and public works. The industry suffered during the war and faces government labor demand, signaling a broad postwar revival.
Canada celebrates its war record citing a small prewar force of 3000 and 60000 militiamen, sending 418980 overseas. Victories include many battles, with 43 Victoria Crosses and 6500 others awarded. casualties mark a devoted war effort and lasting historical standing.
Reports from occupied Germany note severe rationing with Coblenz lacking beef and horse meat priced beyond reach. Ehrenbreitstein fortress remains a German holdout as Allied troops report better rations via the American commissary, illustrating stark contrasts under occupation.
A reader asks if spring always starts March 7 and autumn Sept 2 and notes 1918 Sept 23. another questions auto usage versus automobile. a third seeks Red Cross funding details, stating over a dollar per dollar goes to relief with the remainder covering interest on deposits.
A dialogue discusses electric furnaces producing heat from 18 percent degrees upward capable of melting iron or copper. It also explains salt raising bread, a pioneer-era fermented bread using sour milk, cornmeal and salt to aid rising, noting a bacillus associated with the bread and asking readers for its origin.
The singer argues that The Long Long Trail, like Tippec, predates the war and is often labeled a war song due to wartime sentiment. The point remains whether it belongs on a programme as a true war song or as period sentiment linked to conflict.
A rustic verse by Newton Newkirk and Jack Tierner tells of Ola Mother Hubbard finding her cupboard bare after a pup ate the soup bone. The light rhyme ends with the pup slated to be caught.
A column blends old New Year wassail rhymes with warnings on a looming ban on alcohol after June next year. It recalls Gloucestershire verses, notes turkey prices slipping after Christmas, strawberry prices in Boston, and shark steaks as a budget option. It also salutes Sheridan and a Worcester reception for General Edwards, and recalls Metaxa at Harvard discussing Greek aims and allied support.
An eccentric letter prompts a plan to plant macaroni holes to attract angleworms for fishing. It proposes farming holes, then selling fat worms by the pint or gallon once worms migrate to the soil. The idea asks for a 10 percent commission and cites Boston Elevated token discussions and urban signs as context.
A brief warning quotes the sphinx about strangers offering praise or confidential advice. The note urges readers to keep their hand on their pocketbook and be cautious when approached by unfamiliar people.
A humorously caustic columnist recounts a morning of mail including an unpaid laundry bill and two anonymous letters. One letter attacks a suburban gentleman in four pages, the other urges the writer to publish details to ruin the man. The columnist refuses to reveal identity, defends neutrality, and dismisses the scheme.
The record shows Boston's coldest on December 31 were 8 below in 1917 and 4 below in 1880. The warmest reached 64 degrees in 1850. In the past decade only 1911 saw rain or snow on this date.
The article discusses the unique Naples arch erected in 1470 to celebrate Alfonso II of Aragon’s conquest, noting Renaissance artistry and the arch as the world’s only triumphal arch built between Rome’s fall and modern history. It recounts Alfonso’s patronage of literature and art, his peculiar reverence for books, and his entertaining devotion to scholars and poets.
The Young Pretender Charles Edward, grandson of James II, sought the English throne from Rome to Edinburgh and London. Personal charm won aid from Scottish chiefs, but Singlish forces and strong opponents halted his bid, forcing a perilous retreat to France amid public shock and failed peace with France.
Walt Mason recalls the postwar return of abundance as rationing ends and canny liberty returns. He contrasts feast days with lingering hardship in war-torn states, reflecting guilt for enjoying luxuries while others still suffer.
A rumor says the prince was escorted to the frontier and did not stay. He allegedly lived near Paris in disguise and frequented London, attempting to stir up a faction to back him.
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